Energy & Technology
Energy Supply
NERC Summer Assessment Warns of Potential Power Outages in Several Regions
Most areas are forecasting higher peak demand for electricity than last summer, NERC says.
Energy Supply
Permitting Rule Will Delay Infrastructure Projects, Undermine Reliability
The National Environmental Policy Act rule will complicate and prolong energy project reviews.
Technology
Co-ops Tapped to Negotiate DOE Grants for Clean Energy, Grid Projects
The awards are part of a $1 billion Energy Department program to promote rural clean energy.
Energy Supply
Oglethorpe Marks Plant Vogtle Completion as a Crucial Clean Energy Resource
Georgia’s Plant Vogtle Unit 4 began operation on April 29.
Energy Supply
‘Unlawful, Unrealistic, Unachievable’: EPA Releases ‘Barrage’ of Power Plant Rules
Matheson: EPA rules pose 'grave consequences for an already stressed electric grid.'
Renewable Energy
RUS Administrator: Co-ops Offer ‘Amazing Proposals’ for New ERA Funding
So far, 17 G&Ts representing 100 distribution co-ops have advanced in the New ERA process.
Energy Supply
EPA’s Unlawful, Unachievable Rules Jeopardize Reliable Electricity
The path outlined by the EPA is unlawful, unrealistic and unachievable. It undermines electric rel
Technology
‘We Will Save Lives’: Electric Co-op Offers Free Wi-Fi to First Responders
“We are actually looking our members in the eyes and they're saying thank you for this.”
Energy Supply
DOE Finalizes ‘Much Improved’ Standard for Distribution Transformers
Final energy efficiency standards for distribution transformers reflect NRECA advocacy.
Renewable Energy
Along Those Lines: Lower Snake River Dams Deal Threatens Reliability in Northwest
Hear from NRECA's Louis Finkel and Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative's Bryan Case.